Author(s): Lyn Bower
Published: 2009
28 pages
It is important for children's development to create early childhood environments that encourage and support their imagination, creativity and sense of wonder.
In Everyday learning together in the garden you will find that the garden offers many learning experiences for children, including in maths, literacy, science and creativity.
Gardening is a fun and effective way to introduce children to the opportunities of the outdoors, as well as providing challenges and possibilities for discovery.
Author Lyn Bower offers more than 30 years' experience working in early childhood settings, and provides helpful and practical ideas for exploring the garden, including:
- safety in the garden
- tips for beginner gardeners
- good herbs for the garden
- being water-wise
- activities in the garden
Everyday learning together in the garden will help you discover (or re-discover!) the joys that can be found in the garden, and will guide you in including children, creating wonderful memories and an appreciation of nature.
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